Specialties
Board Certification
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American Board of Dermatology
American Board of Dermatology (Sub: Pediatric Dermatology)
National Board of Medical Examiners
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Patient Rating
Patients consistently praise Dr. Johnson and his team for their clinical knowledge, thorough exams, and professional yet warm manner. Many comment that he listens carefully, explains diagnoses and treatment options clearly, and takes time to answer questions so patients feel comfortable and informed. Reviewers also note kind, attentive staff and confidence in ongoing care.
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Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments |
Dermatology
-Associate Professor (Clinical) Pediatrics -Adjunct Assistant Professor |
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| Board Certification |
American Board of Dermatology
American Board of Dermatology (Sub: Pediatric Dermatology)
National Board of Medical Examiners
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Education history
| Fellowship | Pediatric Dermatology - Oregon Health & Science University | Fellow |
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| Residency | Dermatology - Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center | Resident |
| Internship | University of Pittsburgh Medical Center | Transitional Internship |
| Professional Medical | Medicine - University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine | M.D. |
| Other Training | Salt Lake Community College | Postbaccalaureate Studies |
| Other Training | University of Utah | Postbaccalaureate Studies |
| Other Training | Continuing Education - Rollins College | |
| Undergraduate | Major: Psychology; Minor: Theatre Arts - Westminster College | B.S. |
Selected Publications
Journal Article
- Jensen NC, Eden A, Robins J, Hull C, Duffy K, Sorensen A, Johnson L (2025). Recurrence Rates of Keratinocyte Carcinoma Treated With Curettage Alone: A Retrospective Cohort and Interview Study. Dermatol Surg.
- Kuceki G, Coppinger AJ, Ragi SD, Johnson LS, Goren A, Kalil LL, Cirino P, Wambier CG (2025). Enhanced hair regrowth with five monthly sessions of minoxidil-dutasteride-copper peptides tattooing for androgenetic alopecia assessed by artificial intelligence and blinded evaluators. JAAD Int, 20, 38-40.
- Ragi SD, Ghanian S, Rogers N, Peterson DM, Johnson LS, Wambier CG (2023). Evaluation of hair regrowth after minoxidil and dutasteride tattooing in men with androgenetic alopecia. JAAD Int, 12, 103-104.
- Olsen GM, Johnson L, Castel P, Stevenson DA, White K, Chiu YE, Krol A, Siegel DH (2023). Papillomas of Costello syndrome are not associated with human papillomavirus (HPV) infection in a small case series. J Am Acad Dermatol.
- Dhossche J, Johnson L, White K, Funk T, Leitenberger S, Perelygina L, Krol A (2019). Cutaneous Granulomatous Disease With Presence of Rubella Virus in Lesions. JAMA Dermatol.
- Frigerio A, Florell SR, Johnson L (2019). Midline Anterior Neck Inclusion Cyst. J Pediatr.
- Pate DA, Johnson LS, Tarbox MB (2017). Leukocytoclastic vasculitis resolution with topical dapsone. Cutis, 99(6), 426-428.
- Johnson LS, Shields RK, Clancy CJ (2014). Epidemiology, clinical manifestations, and outcomes of Scedosporium infections among solid organ transplant recipients. Transpl Infect Dis, 16(4), 578-87.
Review
- Jensen NC, Robins J, Snyder AM, Harris R, Ferris LK, Johnson L (2022). Psoriasis in the transplant population. [Review]. Arch Dermatol Res.
Case Report
- Barone H, Brockman R, Johnson L, Al-Uzri A, Wright M, Mengden-Koon S, Funk T (2019). Trichodysplasia spinulosa mimicking lichen nitidus in a renal transplant patient. Pediatr Transplant.
News & Podcasts
Podcasts
- 70: Acne Treatment—No One Should Suffer from Acne
- 62: How Much Should Men Care About Their Skin Anyway?
- Ep. 13: COVID-Era Skin Care
- Ep. 1: Welcome to Skincast: A Podcast for Your Skin's Health & Care
- 157: Thinning Up Top
- How to Treat Warts at Home and in the Clinic
- Seven Questions for a Dermatologist
He was very attentive and made sure all things were covered.
Great care he is very knowledgeable & thorough. Easy to discuss things with. Always on time and never feel rushed with my care. Highly recommend
I am grateful that I changed doctor's, you will not be disappointed in his genuine care and kindness.
I just love Dr. Johnson. He is an exceptional Dermatologist. I have been seeing him for six years and he makes me feel like I am the greatest person in the world. I am sure he treats all his patients the same way.
Dr Johnson is caring and attentive to our needs. He is very knowledgeable and patience. We are very blessed to have Dr Johnson. He is the best
Dr. Luke Johnson, MD was very friendly walking in to see me, I was already nervous having had MOHS surgery on my right eyebrow in 2020. Worried if whoever I was seeing today might want to cut me again and I have appearances with French Consul soon. To my surprise Dr. Johnson put me at ease, his bow tie and friendly smile helped too. I felt heard, understood and complimented for my use of spf clothing while river running. I'd highly recommend Dr. Johnson. I will be back even sooner now that I know I can make appointments with him.
practices in an evidence-based manner and participates in shared decision making with the patient.
Luke Johnson was kind and patient with me. He was happy to explain what I needed to do to get better.
very efficient and concerned
Very couteious and personable. Still need to sort out some remedy for Rocea( spent 6-9 months no real results)
Dr. Johnson helped me with self-esteem issues concerning my alopecia
Dr. Johnson cares for his patients. He is always happy to see me and shakes hands. I love that he is always dressed so nice. He notices the little things. Haven't seen him in five weeks and he noticed my hair color change. He is also very knowledgeable .
Dr Johnson is caring, considerate and kind. He shares his clinical knowledge to better understand our needs. He is approachable. My daughter said he is AWESOME.
Very nice, professional, kind
He is what a doctor should be, he shows he really cares and is great at what he does. Thank you
A terrific provider. Knowledgable, kind. Worth waiting for appointments.
An excellent physician! Truly interested in the patient & the patient's concerns. Explains technical terms without being condescending. Makes certain any proposed medication or procedure is understood by the patient. Highly recommend!
Very kind, great ideas. I am glad I found this doctor.
Dr. Johnson is an excellent physician and person. He is respectful, knowledgeable, kind, encouraging, hopeful, listens carefully, and always involves my thoughts in planning for my care. I'm grateful he is my dermatologist.
I liked my experience very much and look forward to working with him again.
Excellent doctor and very kind. Thank you. [TRANSLATED]
Dr. Johnson is knowledgeable and competent
I believe he's a really good doctor and I really really like to see him because he explained damnto me about my problem
Highly recommend him and his staff
Easy to talk to. Quickly and thoroughly explained the process. Great guy.
Dr. Johnson He is Very professional and knowledgeable. He gave me recommendations and answer any questions that I had. I would highly recommend him for any of your dermatology concerns.
He is very reassuring, does a through exam and doesn't miss a thing.
Very good bedside manners
Dr. Johnson was very professional, friendly and answered all my questions.
Dr Johnson is great
This was the first time I met DR Johnson. I was very impressed by his friendly approach during our meeting. He listened to my concerns, answered my questions, and explained the procedure to me in a way that put me at ease.
He is not my regular dermatologist but I was lucky to get in to him quickly, he confirmed what I thought that a growth on my hand was a squamous cell cancer. He gave me options of how to treat it, we agreed on the resolution and followed through. Very friendly and knowledgeable, expert care.
He was a great doctor.
Very satisfied with the care he has provide over several years.
Thank you Dr. Johnson for assisting with my skin issues and for watching out for me.
One of the best physicians I have ever known.
Very professional
Dr. Johnson is an excellent doctor. He is knowledgeable, kind, respectful, listens especially well, clearly explains and involves me in the care plan and decisions. He is remarkably helpful with my skin conditions. I trust him. I am very grateful that he is my dermatologist!
So very nice and worked with me.
Listened and didn't doubt my experiences with a skin condition and valued any of my own outside research I had done
First time I met him, very pleasant knowledgeable. If I need more help I will make another appointment.
Dr Johson is a good man. Seems to care about his patients and their well being.
Recommend Dr. Johnson
Very kind and professional. I would recommend him to anyone.
He was very nice and explained everything.
A truly caring physician who wants you involved in any/all decisions about treatment.
Dr. Johnson is professional and personable. Thank you.
Dr Johnson encountered me to follow up when needed.
I felt like my time got wasted and coming in for the follow up to have something removed and then ended up not removing it. It couldÕve been a phone call or MyChart message. I wasted half of my day making time for this appointment and had my mom make time to bring me. Very disappointed. Better communication would be nice
Dr Johnson shows great care and is very personable
Excellent exam
Dr. Johnson is friendly, kind and informative. He listened to my concerns and clarified things for me. I trust Dr. Johnson.
He is AMAZING, very compassionate and very kind
Dr, Luke S Johnson a A1+ provider.
Very knowledgeable, caring and showed great concern for my health.
Dr. Johnson listens well. He is thorough, professional and caring. The office visit was efficient and my concerns were addressed well. I highly recommend him.
Dr. Johnson has always been very helpful and understanding. He always listens to my input and responds showing great care and concern.
He's so great at what he does, I recommend him to anyone who has skin related issues. He's so smart and very respectful
Dr. Johnson is patient and personable. He made me feel comfortable even while cutting open!
Fantastic experience with Dr. Johnson! Listened to concerns and answered all my questions. Highly recommend!
Dr Luke is an excellent Doctor and knows his field of Dermatology at the highest level possible. He is a man of great character and style.
Highly recommend! The staff are all so kind and caring. They listened to my concerns and helped me address them with knowledgeable information. Dr. Johnson is amazing.
He's a great Dr!
Dr Johnson projects a very caring, professional approach to my health needs. I find him very easy to talk to. He adds a great level of comfort in the treatment he provides. Thanks Doc!
Outstanding!!
They simply did not attend to me, they did not ask me for my medical problems. [TRANSLATED]
Dr. Johnson is always very kind and listens to my concerns, checking everything and going over any concerns.
Highly recommended
One of the best physicians I have ever known.
doctor johnson is the greatest !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Dr. Johnson is fantastic. Not only is he very knowledgeable but he treats his patients with respect and kindness.
Excellent and efficient skin care service provider. Highly knowledgeable and supportive staff.
I found Dr. Johnson to be professional, an attentive listener, willing to answer my questions. He is very personable with a quiet, calm demeanor, a good sense of humor. Dr. Johnson was very respectful and sensitive to my concerns as a patient. I felt very unrushed and 'safe' dealing with him and his staff. I am pleased to say I would recommend him to family and friends for dermatology needs.
I bring my daughter to see him for a few years now and everytime it is always a positive experience with him. He listens very carefully and explain everything very clear. He is amazing and has a wonderful personality! Highly recommended!
Great Doctor, Great Guy. You can talk to him as if you knew him for years. Great personality.
Always look forward to being seen as visits feel more like social ones due to how confortable he makes one feel before the exam and procedure
He is a very caring person.
A great Dr., worth seeing for sure.
Absolutely incredible. 12/10 would recommend Dr. Johnson to anyone.
Dr. Johnson takes time with his patients and has helped us stay informed, compare treatment options and make sure my son is very comfortable before moving forward. He is working hard with our insurance company to get the best possible care.
Knowledge and experienced recommed him for your dermatolgis needs
He is easy to work with and thorough.
He was extremely pleasant and made you feel at ease with his explanation of your concerns.
Great DR and his assisant,
I consider Dr Johnson a very good doctor. He is a good listener and he made me feel comfortable during our office visits. He explained things thoughtfully and completely. He is also respectful and kind. I would highly recommend him to my family and friends.
Highly recommend Dr. Johnson
I am very pleased with the care I received.
Did a great job
I would highly recommend Dr Johnson to anyone needing dermatology care. He specializes in pediatric dermatology. I'm nearly 80 years old and questioned him taking care of a senior citizen. He replied 'I take care of the young and the young at heart'. That was a classy reply.
Dr. Johnson is an exceptional doctor! He is kind, respectful, knowledgeable, encourages questions and clearly gives answers. I trust him and I'm grateful that he is my doctor! I entirely recommend him!
I have been struggling with pre-cancerous lesions for over two decades. After seeing many dermatologist, Dr. Johnson was the first to prescribe a medication that now seems to work. I'm very grateful.
Dr. Johnson is extremely knowledgeable and on point. We trust him 100%. Listens carefully and gives you some great insights on probable causes for the conditions are you are in for.
Dr. Johnson clearly explained benefits and risks of presented medication options. He was kind and listened to my concerns. I would recommend him and look forward to continuing my care with his team.
Thank you Luke Johnson
Just always seems a little detached. Too academic and not clinical enough.
Dr. Johnson is kind, respectful, patient, answers questions clearly, knowledgeable, and has a gentle sense of humor. I'm glad he's my dermatologist!
Dr Johnson is caring and kind. He listens and give good remedies for my acne problems.
Great care taker.
Great Doctor experienced pleasant good side bed manner.
Dr. Johnson was very concerned with my health and went out of his way to solve them I was very pleased with the results. Thankyou